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May 17, 2012
News & Events
- Welcome to East Tucson Macaroni Kid!
- Me-Time?
- The 2nd Annual Mother's MONTH Giveaway Blitz
- Win a Facial worth $75 from Head to Toe Healthcare
- Win a Heavenly Organic Facial from Karma Day Spa
- Win a Visions and Smiles Photography Photo Shoot!
- 2012 East Tucson Summer Fun Guide
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Teen Scene
- Plan Ahead
- Macaroni Cares: Wildlife Weekend
- Macaroni Made: Stained Glass Window
- Macaroni Yum: Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad
Welcome to East Tucson Macaroni Kid!
Welcome to East Tucson Macaroni Kid!
If you live and play in East or Central Tucson, then this is the newsletter for you! I, too, live (and play) in this community and strive to bring you the best family-friendly happenings every week.
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Me-Time?
Musings from the publisher's desk
But, there's a problem...I'm a busy mom. I have to REDEEEM the gift certificate in order to enjoy it. And that could take a while. For now, it goes into the drawer with TWO similar certificates that I ...
The 2nd Annual Mother's MONTH Giveaway Blitz
Week THREE of Mother's Month Giveaways
Win a Glo-Therapeutics Facial from Head to Toe Healthcare (valued at $75).
Win a Heavenly Organic Facial from Karma Day Spa (valued at $75)
Win an "All About Me" Photo Shoot from Visions and Smiles Photography (valued at $175).
Good luck!!
Each week during the month of May, East Tucson Macaroni Kid will be giving away prizes especially for all the ...
Win a Facial worth $75 from Head to Toe Healthcare
A 2012 Mac Kid Mother's MONTH Giveaway
Head to Toe Healthcare believes that hard-working, vibrant moms like you deserve to look and feel your best! Their skin treatments can help to combat signs ...
Win a Heavenly Organic Facial from Karma Day Spa
A 2012 Mac Kid Mother's MONTH Giveaway
Ahh, the ultimate in mama-splurges: An amazing facial from Karma Day Spa!
Karma Day Spa is a lovely little haven nestled in the Rincon Market plaza on 6th Street and Tucson Blvd. Devoted to nurturing your mind, body and spirit, Karma offers a warm, relaxing and peaceful environment in which to melt away the stresses of the day. As the winner of the Karma Heavenly Organic Facial (worth a total of $75), one lucky Macaroni Kid subscriber will experience that stress-melting for free. For 60 minutes, the winner will be ...
Win a Visions and Smiles Photography Photo Shoot!
A 2012 Mac Kid Mother's MONTH Giveaway
Are you always the one holding the camera? When was the last time you actually were IN a photo? Visions and Smiles Photography wants to pamper you with a photo shoot JUST for you! Valued at $175, you'll get a pre-shoot consultation, the photo shoot, and a disc with all of your photos. Not to mention your choice of location, props and some costumes. Spend a couple of hours with Visions and Smiles Photography, and get ready to wow your significant other with the results. No, scratch that. Get ...
2012 East Tucson Summer Fun Guide
How will your kids spend the long, hot days of summer? Check out the East Tucson Macaroni Kid Summer Fun Guide for ideas. From day camps to day care, from art to sports to music, there is something out there for every child...aged 6 weeks (really!) to 18 years.
Click HERE for Early Childhood Programs (up to age 6), featuring:
- Congregation Anshai Israel (NEW to the Summer Fun Guide!)
- International School for Peace
- Tucson Waldorf Lily Pond Program
- Strauss Early Childhood Program at Temple Emanu-El
Click HERE for Sports and Activity Programs featuring:
- Saguaro Aquatics
- The Bloc Climbing and Fitness (Rocks & Ropes)
- Springs Gymnastics
- Live Theatre Workshop
- Tucson Clay Co-op
- Tucson Museum of Art
- Tucson Waldorf School
- Tucson Girls' Chorus
- Tucson Summer Music Program
- International Wildlife Museum
- TRAK Summer Camp (NEW addition to the Summer Fun Guide)
Wednesday, May 16 through Sunday, May 20 - Mary Poppins
Where: Tucson Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave.When: 7:30 PM (Showtimes: 7:30 PM 5/16 and 5/17, 8:00 PM 5/18, 2:00 & 8:00 5/19 and 1:00 & 6:30 5/20)Who: Family Friendly! Suitable for children ages 6 and older.How: Purchase tickets HERE.Cost: Ticket prices range from $26.00-$96.00 (not including fees).For more info: Visit the Broadway in Tucson website for more information and for links to purchase tickets.
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Friday, May 18 - Art Museum Day
Where: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. MainWhen: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE admission day!For more info: http://www.tucsonmuseumofart.org, 520-624-2333
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Saturday, May 19 - Sensorium for Kids: "You Are Special" Workshop
Our first workshop, You are Special, taps into your child as a special being. We will use hands-on activities like yoga, art, music, movement, and storytelling. A healthy snack will be provided.
Where: 914 E. Helen StreetWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMWho: Children ages 2-8 (Look for other age ranges at upcoming workshops. Parents are welcome to stay with their children for the meeting and encouraged to participate).How: Please RSVP by e-mail or phone (see contact info below).Cost: $10 per family suggested donationFor more info: Elisabeth Black is a certified teacher for 15 years, intuitive, empath, passionate about helping children accept their GIFTS, storyteller, and writer. Contact her with questions or to RSVP at 520-282-0050 or sweetnessofsoul@yahoo.com
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Sunday, May 20 - Best of Stories that Soar!
Featuring the STS! professional acting troupe and utilizing comedy, drama, acrobatics, dance, music and more, to bring to live stories written by local children. Join us, and watch the magic unfold!
Where: Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave.When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Another (totally different!) show runs from 6:30-7:30 PM)Who: The whole familyHow: Purchase tickets online or at Antigone Books on 4th AvenueCost: $10 for adults, $5 children under 12For more info: Visit the Literacy Connects website for more details.
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Thursday, May 17 - FREE documentary screening at Tucson Village Farm
Where: Tucson Village Farm, 4210 N. Campbell Ave.When: 7:00 PMWho: The whole family; probably best suited to older children (8+) and parents.How: Register for the event HERE just to let them know you'll be there, or just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: Event information and registration: http://weightofthenationscreening-eorg.eventbrite.com/
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Friday, May 18 - Bookmans Activities, Grant and Speedway
Bookman's Grant: Tunes for Tots!
Where: Bookmans Speedway: 6230 E. Speedway Blvd. Bookmans Grant: 1930 E. GrantWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Weekly on Fridays)Who: ChildrenHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: www.bookmans.com
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Friday, May 18 - Nature Stories at Agua Caliente Park
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger RoadWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: Call 615-7855, send an e-mail to eeducation@pima.gov or visit the Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation website.
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Friday, May 18 - Wildcat School Spring Fling
Where: Wildcat School, 42 E. AdamsWhen: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show up!Cost: $5 admissionFor more info: Call 294-5473 or visit http://www.thewildcatschool.com
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Friday, May 18 - Sleeping Beauty Ballet, presented by Centre Stage Dance Studio
Where: Berger Performing Arts Center, 2100 W. SpeedwayWhen: 5:00 PM (The second showing starts at 7:00 PM)Who: The whole familyHow: Purchase tickets in advance at www.atimetodance.com or call 520-272-3400Cost: $8/person in advance, $10 at the door.For more info: www.atimetodance.com, facebook Event Page, or call 520-320-1566 or 520-272-3400
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Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - CYT presents: Seussical
Where: University of Arizona Music Building, 1017 N. Olive RdWhen: 7:00 PM (There is a 2:00 show on Saturday, May 19 in addition to the 7:00 show. Sunday, May 20th performance is at 2:00 only.)Who: The whole familyHow: Purchase tickets HERECost: $12/personFor more info: Visit http://www.cyttucson.org
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Friday, May 18 - Candlelight Walk for Isa
Where: Walk begins at the Volunteer Center/Parking lot of Office Max at the SE corner of Broadway and Craycroft.When: 7:00 PMWho: The whole family.How: The walk is approximately 2.5 miles. Feel free to bring your own candles, banners, etc. There will be water stations set up along the way.Cost: Free, but donations will be accepted.For more info: View the event flyer HERE.
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Saturday, May 19 - Family Birding Walk
Where: Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger RoadWhen: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show up,no reservations requiredCost: FREEFor more info: Call 615-7855, send an e-mail to eeducation@pima.gov or visit the Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation website.
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Gaslight Youth Theatre Presents: The Lady Pirates of Captain Bree
Where: Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E. BroadwayWhen: 11:00 AMWho: The whole familyHow: Call 886-9428 for ticket reservations (recommended) or purchase at the Gaslight Box OfficeCost: $12 for adults, $10 for children 12 and underFor more info: http://www.thegaslighttheatre.com, 886-9428
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Saturday, May 19 - Video Game Challenge: Bookmans Speedway
Where: Bookmans Speedway, 6230 E.When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: Mario Kart challenge for children under 12; Dance Central 2 for ages 13+How: Just show up! Sign up starts at 11:00 sharp.Cost: FREEFor more info: www.bookmans.com
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Saturday, May 19 - Classic Sega Video Game Challenge Round 1
Where: Bookmans Grant, 1930 E. GrantWhen: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All agesHow: When you come in you will sign up and leave your phone number. The Top 16 scores from that day will get a call inviting them to come back the next week for Round Two. It's that easy!Cost: FREEFor more info: www.bookmans.com, 325-5767
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Saturday, May 19 - Welcome the Returning Bats
Where: The "Bat Bridge" at River and CampbellWhen: 6:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Bring a flashlight, drinking water and a blanket to sit on. Access the site via the ramp located on the southeast side of the bridge.Cost: FREEFor more info: Visit the Barbea Williams website: http://worldofmusicanddance.arizona.edu
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Saturday, May 19 - Music in the Park-Udall Park
Enjoy the first concert of the season with the Arizona Symphonic Winds. The Arizona Symphonic Winds are composed of over 65 volunteer musicians has been performing in Tucson for over twenty years. The Symphonic Winds perform under the direction of László Veres, the renowned performer, educator and conductor who also directs both the Foothills Phil and the Tucson Pops.
Where: Udall Park, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd.When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: The whole family.How: Just show up! Arrive a bit early if possible; these concerts are very popular!Cost: FREEFor more info: http://www.azsymwinds.org
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Sunday, May 20 - Science Sunday at Children's Museum Tucson
Science Sundays coincide with the opening of Investigation Station, the Museum’s all-new exhibit. It will be the Museum’s largest exhibit to date and will offer a variety of STEM-based interactive features.
Where: Tucson Children's Museum, 200 S. 6th Ave.When: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PMWho: Children of all ages and accompanying adultsHow: Just show up!Cost: $2 Admission Day!For more info: Please call (520) 792-9985 or visit www.childrensmuseumtucson.org.
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Sunday, May 20 - Tucson Clay Co-op Paint Bar
Where: Tucson Clay Co-op, 3326 North Dodge BlvdWhen: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: Children and adultsHow: Make a reservation by calling 917-705-3803Cost: No studio fee! Just pay the price of the piece that you'd like to paint.For more info: 917-705-3803 or www.tucsonclayco-op.com,
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Sunday, May 20 - All Together Theater Presents: Thumbelina
Where: Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E Speedway BlvdWhen: 1:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: For ticket reservations call 327-4242 or e-mail: livetheatreworkshop@gmail.com. Reservations recommended.Cost: Tickets $5-$8For more info: phone: 520-327-4242, web: www.LiveTheatreWorkshop.org
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Monday, May 21 - Baby & Me Play-based learning group
Where: The Parent Connection, 5326 E. Pima St., Tucson, AZWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMWho: Babies birth to walking and parentsHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 520-321-1500, http://www.theparentconnectionaz.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Music Hour with Nature
Where: Bookman's Speedway; 6230 E. SpeedwayWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Every Tuesday)Who: ChildrenHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: www.bookmans.com
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Wednesday, May 23 - Tucson Clay Co-op Paint Bar
Where: Tucson Clay Co-op, 3326 North Dodge BlvdWhen: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Children and adultsHow: Make a reservation by calling 917-705-3803Cost: No studio fee! Just pay the price of the piece that you'd like to paint.For more info: 917-705-3803 or www.tucsonclayco-op.com,
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Wednesday, May 23 - Wee Move
Where: Tucson Children's Museum, 200 S. 6th Ave.When: 3:00 PMWho: Children ages 3-5How: Pre-register each week by calling (520) 792-9985 ext. 310.Cost: Wee Move is included with Museum admission.For more info: Please call (520) 792-9985 or visit www.childrensmuseumtucson.org.
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Saturday, May 19 - Manga Mania!!
Where: Murphy-Wilmot Branch Library, 530 N. Wilmot RoadWhen: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: Teens 11-19 (parents welcome)How: Dressing in costume is optional but highly encouraged (or you can make a costume and mask when you get here!!). Bring two cans of food for extra Manga Money.Cost: FREE!
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Monday, May 21 - Summer Grrrls Parent Meeting
Where: Child and Family Resources, 2800 E. BroadwayWhen: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: Parents of girls ages 12-14How: Just show up or call 881-8940 for more informationCost: FREEFor more info: View the flyer about the Grrrls Project HERE.
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Saturday, May 26 - Outdoor Family Day: Leapin Lizards
Where: Agua Caliente ParkWhen: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Families with children ages 5-12How: Reservations Required. Call 615-7855 or send an email to eeducation@pima.govCost: FREEFor more info: Call 615-7855 or visit the Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation website.
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Saturday, May 26 - Art Gallery: Models that Tell a Story
Where: Main library: 101 N. Stone Ave.When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Children and accompanying adultsHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: 594-5500 or check the library website
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Saturday, May 26 - Young Flyers Fun
Where: Pima Air and Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia RoadWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Children ages 4-7 and their adult companionsHow: Reservations required. Contact Mina Stafford at mstafford@pimaair.orgCost: Program Free With paid or member admission. Pima County Residents $11.50, Children $8.00, Children 6 and under FREE.For more info: http://www.pimaair.org/events.php or contact Mina Stafford mstafford@pimaair.org
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Macaroni Cares: Wildlife Weekend
To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...
Macaroni Made: Stained Glass Window
Indoor fun with a beautiful result!
Clear contact paper
Squares of tissue paper
Tape
A BIG window
What you’ll do:
Tape clear contact paper over the entire window (sticky side out)
Allow your kids to stick multi-colored pieces of tissue paper all over the contact paper (no glue or take because it’s already sticky!!)
The beauty of this project is that kids of any age can participate! Older kids can create pictures using the tissue paper squares, while younger kids can have fun just sticking tissue paper to the window ...
Macaroni Yum: Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad
Summer and pasta salad go hand in hand in this house. I LOVE having the ease of having a chilled pasta salad waiting for us in the fridge when we get home from the pool or zoo or whatever we have done that day. Add the benefit that there is no cleaning dishes and I can’t think of a better quick meal! We eat so much pasta salad, however, that I have had to come up with variations so that we don’t get bored with our typical “family ...
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